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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_Workshop_6/1/2020MINUTES WORKSHOP MEETING VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FL JUNE 1, 2020 6:00 PM ZOOM AND YOUTUBE CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Mayor Abby Brennan at 6:00 PM. A roll call was taken by Village Clerk Lori McWilliams. Present were: Mayor Brennan, Vice -Mayor Stone, Council Member Prince, Council Member Brandon, and Council Member D'Ambra. AGENDA ITEMS 1. Discussion on Meeting Decorum - Addendum to Resolution Mayor Brennan reminded Council and attendees to refrain from calling residents out by name or address. It was a Consensus of Council to bring the Resolution forward to the next Council Meeting in order to have it amended. 2. Discussion on Mobility Options Vice -Mayor Stone had asked Manager Allen to place mobility options on the agenda. He felt there were "gray areas" surrounding transportation devices that needed clarity. He questioned electric skateboards, motorized bicycles, golf carts, and other forms of transportation. Manager Allen responded by stating that Florida statutes did not allow motor powered bicycles or skateboards on the roadways; additionally, if those devices were to be allowed, the sidewalks would have to be at least 8 feet wide, according to the Department of Transportation (FDOT). Motorized transportation on sidewalks currently was not permitted, per state statute, although Manager Allen was willing to look into how other cities were managing it. Mayor Brennan felt it would be difficult to accomplish, due to cost and infringement into yards, trees and landscaping. Council agreed it would be challenging to overcome sidewalk size, liabilities and state statutes. Council Member D'Ambra suggested starting with the identification of transportation that was legal and then move toward identifying those modes of transportation that may not be legal. Manager Allen would reach out to neighboring municipalities and look into funding for alternative transportation. Additionally, he would look at the Village's Comprehensive Plan for further information. 3. Discussion on Streaming Council Meetings Manager Allen felt it was important to discuss the topic, especially looking forward, post pandemic. Mayor Brennan believed more people would tune into an electronic meeting than would attend an "in person" Council Meeting. She noticed that citizens were already doing this during Covid-19 quarantine times. The cost for the necessary equipment was projected at approximately $2000. Attorney Davis asked that the meetings be mindful of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provide closed -captioning. It was confirmed that the closed -captioning would be included. Council Member Prince recommended the item be placed on the agenda for the next Council Meeting. 4. Update Community Center Manager Allen informed Council that the proposed Recreation Center was still moving forward with minor modifications to the plan. The design called for parking on Dover Street and would need a waiver for 8-15 spaces. This would leave 39 spaces remaining at the Recreation Center parking lot. The Village's architectural firm, REG, was hoping to get the plan submitted in mid -June with the goal of having an item on the August agenda for Council. The exterior color scheme was still in process. Council Member Prince inquired about security cameras on the exterior of the building. It was revealed that those details had not been decided upon as of yet. A design -build concept was a possibility and was being explored. Engineering was the next step and could be ready by August. Council Member Stone asked for an update on Covid-19 cases. Chief Trube confirmed there was a spike in the Jupiter 33458 zip code. Additionally, there was a hotspot in Indiantown, towards the western area of the county. The data was showing an improvement, with numbers going down to an 8% infection rate. He added that hospital bed occupancy numbers were going down. The unknown was whether opening up would have an effect on those numbers, with data lagging about 3 weeks behind. Council Member Stone asked if our Police Department had any plans for enhanced protection for the Village. Chief Medina revealed he was working with neighboring municipalities to assist and receive assistance. Additionally, riot gear was obtained by the department today and additional officers were in the community. Council Member D'Ambra asked about the topic of how an emergency was declared and the time frame involved. Manger Allen and Attorney Davis would look into the matter and report back to Council. COMMUNICATIONS FROM CITIZENS Mr. Thomas Bradford of 42 Chestnut Trail, asked built as a concrete or wood frame structure. concrete building with hardy board on the exterior ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 PM if the proposed Recreation Center was to be Council Member D'Ambra believed it was a MOTION: Council Member Brandon made a motion to adjourn the meeting; Vice -Mayor Stone seconded the motion. Carried unanimously 5-0. Respectfully submitted, Lori McWilliams, MMC Village Clerk Note: These summary minutes are prepared in compliance with 286.011 F.S. and are not verbatim transcripts of the meeting. A verbatim audio record is available from the office of the Village Clerk. All referenced attachments are on file in the Village Clerk's office.